New Delhi [India], September 17 (ANI): The Legends League Cricket (LLC) is returning for another thrilling season, kicking off with a highly-anticipated match between Harbhajan Singh’s Manipal Tigers and Irfan Pathan’s Konark Suryas Odisha, formerly known as the Bhilwara Kings, on September 20.

This exciting edition will feature a total of 25 matches, with six competitive teams vying for supremacy. The top two teams will battle it out in the grand finale on October 16. The tournament showcases a diverse pool of over 200 players, taking the cricket action across four dynamic cities: Jodhpur, Surat, Jammu, and Srinagar. Notably, this season will mark the long-awaited return of cricket to Srinagar after four decades.

“Legends League Cricket offers an incredible platform for showcasing cricketing talent. This season promises to be even more exhilarating as we welcome renowned players like Shikhar Dhawan, Dinesh Karthik, and Ambati Rayudu,” said Suresh Raina, Captain of Toyam Hyderabad. “We are eagerly looking forward to starting the league in Jodhpur on the 20th of this month.”

Ambati Rayudu, representing Konark Suryas Odisha, expressed his excitement: “I am thrilled to once again play competitive cricket in the Legends League Cricket. Having watched previous matches, I can attest to the extraordinary level of cricket on display. I am particularly excited to play alongside Irfan Pathan for Konark Suryas Odisha and anticipate some fantastic matches for our fans.”

In a recent press conference, Ambati Rayudu and Suresh Raina officially announced Krasa International Private Limited as the title sponsor for this season of Legends League Cricket.

The tournament will commence at the Barkatullah Khan Stadium in Jodhpur and move to the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat on September 27. The third leg will be hosted at the Maulana Azad Stadium in Jammu starting October 3, marking a historic return of international cricket to the city after 40 years. The final segment of the league will take place at Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar from October 9 to October 16, offering fans a long-awaited opportunity to witness live cricketing action.

Here are the detailed fixtures:

**Jodhpur:**
– September 20, 2024: Konark Suryas Odisha vs Manipal Tigers
– September 21, 2024: India Capitals vs Hyderabad Team
– September 22, 2024: Manipal Tigers vs Gujarat Team
– September 23, 2024: Southern Superstars vs Gujarat Team
– September 24, 2024: Rest day
– September 25, 2024: Hyderabad Team vs Southern Superstars
– September 26, 2024: Southern Superstars vs Gujarat Team

**Surat:**
– September 27, 2024: Konark Suryas Odisha vs Manipal Tigers
– September 28, 2024: Hyderabad Team vs Gujarat Team
– September 29, 2024: India Capitals vs Konark Suryas Odisha
– September 30, 2024: India Capitals vs Manipal Tigers
– October 1, 2024: Manipal Tigers vs Southern Superstars
– October 2, 2024: Konark Suryas Odisha vs Southern Superstars

**Jammu:**
– October 3, 2024: Manipal Tigers vs Hyderabad Team
– October 4, 2024: India Capitals vs Konark Suryas Odisha
– October 5, 2024: Hyderabad Team vs Gujarat Team
– October 6, 2024 (First match): India Capitals vs Southern Superstars
– October 6, 2024 (Second match): Konark Suryas Odisha vs Hyderabad Team
– October 7, 2024: India Capitals vs Gujarat Team
– October 8, 2024: Rest Day

**Srinagar:**
– October 9, 2024: Hyderabad Team vs Southern Superstars
– October 10, 2024: India Capitals vs Manipal Tigers
– October 11, 2024: Konark Suryas Odisha vs Gujarat Team
– October 12, 2024: Qualifier (Position 1 vs Position 2)
– October 13, 2024: Eliminator (Position 3 vs Position 4)
– October 14, 2024: Semi-Final (Loser Qualifier vs Eliminator Winner)
– October 15, 2024: Rest day
– October 16, 2024: Final (Winner Qualifier vs Winner Semis)

Fans can expect a spectacular season filled with competitive matches and unforgettable moments as Legends League Cricket brings together some of the finest talents in the sport.